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May 9, 2011

Hearing begins on Wal-Mart’s bid for Massmart

Massmart Holdings Ltd. promised to add jobs if Wal-Mart Stores is allowed to buy a controlling stake in the South African wholesaler, CEO Grant Pattison.

January 17, 2011

South Africa’s Massmart approves Wal-Mart bid

The shareholders of South African Massmart chain have overwhelmingly accepted Wal-Mart's offer to buy 51% of their company, the chief executive said Monday, paving the way for Wal-Mart to enter Africa.